Fire Destroys Gares Family Home in Rockaway

Hello Everyone,

This evening, within the Lake Telemark Community of Rockaway Township, NJ, a residential home fire took place. Jennifer Gares, her daughter and her 2-year-old granddaughter lost their home as well as all of their belongings. No one was injured, however, they lost one of their family dogs. The toddler is a 2-year-old girl (granddaughter), a 21-year-old girl (daughter) and Jennifer is 44. Jenn and her family are in immediate need of finances to provide support for food, shelter, clothing and immediate needs. We greatly appreciate any help you can provide. They're a wonderful, caring family who is going through an extremely difficult time. Currently, we are collecting clothes, diapers, checks and gift cards. The little girl is a size 4T or a 4-5, the older daughter and Mother are both XL on shirts and leggings, size 14 jean/pant. Undergarments/socks would also be helpful (new is preferred). Housing is something else that will be needed.

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church on 508 Greenpond Roads is a clothing drop in the front lobby (open 24hrs). Also, at 16 Meggins Road, Rockaway NJ 07866 you can drop off clothes, checks, and gift cards.

I'm in constant contact with Jennifer who is so thankful for the outpour of immediate support for her and her family.

We have had devastating tragedies in our community over the years and when the request for help was circulated for other families, Jennifer Gares always donated in many ways to help those in need.

Now it's our turn to help Jenn and her family.

No donation is too small

Feel free to contact me on my cell regarding financial and clothing collections.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated generosity.

Sincerely,

Tucker M. Kelley

(973) [phone redacted]